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Hoka

Boy name · Native American

Meaningbadger · Lakota

Hoka is a Native American boy name meaning “badger”, with Lakota roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.

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  • AnagramShuffle the letters of Hoka and you get Koah. Same letters, different name.
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Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Hoka

Hoka is a boy name of Native American origin meaning “badger”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Hoka at school.

Origin:Native American names

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Questions about the name Hoka

What does the name Hoka mean?

Hoka means “badger” and comes from Lakota. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Brock (“badger”) and Honani (“badger”).

What is the origin of the name Hoka?

Hoka is Native American in origin, and its meaning traces back to Lakota. Other Native American names to consider are Kai (“sea”), Dakota (“friend, ally”), Mikah (“who is like God”) and Shayan (“worthy”).

Is Hoka a boy or girl name?

Hoka is a boy name.

What names are similar to Hoka?

If you like Hoka, you might also like Brock and Honani.

What should I know before naming my baby Hoka?

Hoka is a Native American boy name meaning “badger”, with Lakota roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.